1. Can a rug make my small room look bigger? Yes. Get the largest rug possible so it defines the room as one big, inviting space. Optimally, the visible perimeter of floor is no wider than 8 or 9 ...

An entryway rug can bring a pop of color and pattern, but it can also be a functional addition. A rug protects your floors, and comfort-wise, it adds a warm and cozy layer underfoot. An entryway is a ...

Mary Bajcz, who came to the Detroit News Stitch-Together in May, has an amazing talent for turning scraps of wool fabric, leftover yarn and discarded wool garments into beautifully handcrafted rag ...

Some people retire to play golf or travel. Fritz Mitnick left her job because she was hooked on another pastime — literally. Mitnick does rug hooking, a craft where rugs are made by pulling loops of ...

In a typical day, I walk over my household rugs dozens of times, barely giving them a thought beyond whether they need another vacuuming. I carefully selected them to match my decor, yet don't ...